“We Are Bringing in More Partners to Develop Our System” — VC
… As NOLAP Celebrates Second Anniversary of Partnership with FUNAAB By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bolanle Olawepo The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has reiterated the University’s openness to strategic partnerships that strengthen its agricultural systems and drive national development. Represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Olawale Dairo, the Vice-Chancellor made this known during the celebration […]
Jubaili Agrotec Partners FUNAAB, Sensitises Students on Modern Seed Planting Techniques
By Femi Dansu & Ridwan Sulaiman The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has partnered with Jubaili Agrotec Limited to educate and sensitise students on modern seed planting techniques and sustainable agricultural practices. The interactive session, held at the Centre for Community-Based Farming Scheme (COBFAS), brought together members of the University Management, staff, and students […]
FUNAAB VC Advocates Digital Revolution in Nigeria’s Agriculture
… Calls for Inclusive Technological Adoption at 59th ASN Conference By Olasunkanmi Olajide The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, has called for the deliberate and inclusive adoption of digital technologies to drive sustainable transformation in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Delivering the Keynote Address at the Opening Ceremony of the […]
WAFROEX Donates 100 New Beehives to Strengthen Apiculture Development in FUNAAB
WAFROEX, a leading multinational apiculture and agro-allied organisation powered by Goldswarm, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing agricultural innovation and sustainability at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) with the donation of 100 new beehives and 25 stands to support apiculture development within the University. Speaking during the presentation, WAFROEX Project Manager, Mr. Abdulrahman […]
Don Seeks Innovative Financing to Empower Nigerian Farmers
… As FUNAAB Holds 105th Inaugural Lecture By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Femi Dansu A distinguished expert in agricultural finance and policy, Prof. Dorcas Adegbite, has called for the adoption of innovative and inclusive agricultural financing models to break the persistent barriers hindering Nigerian farmers from accessing timely and adequate funding for agricultural expansion. Delivering the […]
Fallout of Governing Council’s Inspection: FUNAAB’s Modern Abattoir Set to Commence Operations Soon
… Poised to Serve as a Training, Research, Commercial Hub By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to commence operations at its modern abattoir nearing completion, a facility designed to promote hygienic meat processing, research, and training in line with global best practices. The announcement came as […]
Fallout of Governing Council’s Inspection:
FUNAAB, Musarchy Farms Harvest Success in 7-Hectare Cassava Project —A Model of Research-Driven Agriculture, Productive Partnerships By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada In a strong demonstration of the power of research-based agriculture and strategic partnerships, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) and Musarchy Farms have commenced a large-scale harvest and sales of cassava cultivated […]
“We Cannot Feed Ourselves in Our Religious Houses”
… FUNAAB’s Pro-Chancellor Charges Everyone to Embrace Farming By Olasunkanmi Olajide & Wuraola Dada The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), His Royal Majesty, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, Odundun IV, Asoludero, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji Land, has urged Nigerians to take farming as a collective responsibility, stressing that […]
Corporate Social Responsibility: FUNAAB Renovates Classrooms, Donates Teaching Materials to Aaya Community School
By Raymond Osemene The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to community development and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by transforming the learning environment at Aaya Community Primary School, located behind Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA), through the renovation of dilapidated classrooms and the donation of vital teaching […]
FUNAAB Humboldt Kolleg 2025 Day Two: Experts Advocate Organic Farming, Policy Reforms
By Aduragbemi Oke The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has continued to set the pace in advancing agricultural innovation and food security as it hosted the second day of the 2025 Humboldt Kolleg Conference, today, September 23, 2025. The day’s sessions brought together renowned experts who called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, […]
FUNAAB Set to Institutionalise ICSS in University Curriculum
By Olaoye Oyewole & Wuraola Dada The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has announced plans to institutionalise the Inspire-Create-Start-Scale (ICSS) entrepreneurship modules into its curriculum to strengthen enterprise development and innovation. This was affirmed today, September 15, 2025, at the Opening Ceremony of the 4-Day ICSS Train-the-Trainers Workshop, held at the Centre for Entrepreneurial […]
FUNAAB Becomes Africa’s Hub for Agroecology Leadership
By Olasunkanmi Olajide, Aduragbemi Oke & Bolanle Olawepo The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has stamped its authority as the cradle of organic agriculture in Nigeria and a rising hub for agroecology in Africa as it hosted the official opening of the Agroecology and Organic Agriculture Leadership (AOAL) Course today, September 15, 2025. The […]